A Case Study of Student Experiences of Multi-modal Net-based Language Learning

Jonathan R. White
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Jonathan R. White: Department of English, Högskolan Dalarna, Falun, Sweden

International Journal of Online Pedagogy and Course Design (IJOPCD), 2020, vol. 10, issue 2, 1-20

Abstract: This article presents the results of a case study of student attitudes toward the development of language skills through net-based language learning, and especially through a multi-modal platform, Adobe Connect. Research has demonstrated that language skills can be developed through different net-based set-ups, but that technology can sometimes be a barrier. An online survey was conducted with students on net-based English courses at a Swedish university. Informants reported that they had positive experiences of such learning, but that they felt that speaking skills were difficult to develop, often due to connection problems. Listening was a particular problem during so-called hybrid seminars, where net-based students interacted with campus students. Informants felt that the main pedagogical issues for net-based language learning were the attitudes of the instructors and students. The set-up of courses can help develop spoken language skills, including interaction, but also the willingness of fellow students to interact orally rather than through text chat is important.

Date: 2020
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